1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 715 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 2010 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Lantra | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
